"Absolutely happy. Will be more than happy to go back for 2020. So friendly and helpful! Just hope my 2006 doesn’t have any more problems. They fixed everything,value for money, friendliness, everything you expect and more. A total WOW! From me THANKYOU Steve, kind reguards to all fellow workers, see you next year. X"

Swansea

It’s a fact of life that cars, like all machines, need care, attention, and repairs from time to time.
Whether it’s a major service or an interim service, or you just feel that something’s not quite
right with your motor, use BookMyGarage to search for the best garage in Swansea for your needs,
and book the work at a fixed price online there and then. No need to wait around for quotes from lots of garages, BookMyGarage gives instant transparent
pricing so you can choose and book there and then.

What do you think about when choosing a garage for your service?

What is most important for you when you’re booking in your car’s service? For many people working in or near Swansea,
it’s about finding a time that fits around office hours, school pick-ups or nursery drop-offs; BookMyGarage can help here
by telling you which garages offer car collection and/or a loan car while yours is out of action. Hanging on the phone
while you try to get on with the rest of your life is not ideal so the option to book online with a service such as
BookMyGarage can prove invaluable. Of course, you also want a garage you can trust which is where the star ratings
from other car owners in Swansea come in, to help you make the right choice.

When should you get your car serviced?

Not everyone is organised enough to know when an MOT is due, but what about a service? The make, age, mileage and
average usage of your car all play a part in this question, but in general your car should undergo a Full Service every
12 months (or 12,000 miles) and a Major Service every two years (or 24,000 miles). Some helpful garages apply a sticker
to the driver’s door noting the date when the next service is due, but the best thing is to check the owner’s manual which
should detail the service history of the vehicle. When you buy a new car or sell your existing one, it’s important to have
that service history filled out so that a potential buyer or dealer can see at a glance that the car’s been properly looked
after. High mileage drivers who regularly travel outside Swansea should consider an Interim Service every 6 months
(or 6,000 miles).

What are common repairs your car may need?

One of the most common and critical car problems is a slipping clutch. How long a clutch lasts varies depending on the age
and model of your car, the conditions you drive in, and the way you drive so the most important thing is to know how to spot
a clutch problem when you’re out driving in and around Swansea. You might find that the revs (RPMs) suddenly shoot up but the
road speed doesn’t increase. Acceleration may not be as effective as it once was. This will be more obvious in a manual car
than in an automatic as the clutch usually slips during a gear change. Expect to pay in the region of £400 to have your clutch
replaced but make sure you get the best service and price for you by checking Swansea garages with BookMyGarage.

How to be a better driver

Whether you’re driving in Swansea or further afield, think about road user etiquette. Showing respect for other road users
makes driving more pleasant for you and safer for everyone. For example, if you have to make a last minute change of lane, make
your request to change clear to the driver who will need to let you in - and signal your thanks if they do. Be ready to abandon
the change of lane if they won’t play ball - your safety (and that of other drivers and pedestrians) is more important than
getting to your destination in the shortest time possible. When the position is reversed and a driver asks your permission to
change lanes, allow them to as long as it is safe. If you get frustrated, avoid using your horn - it won’t improve matters and
might make them considerably worse.